spike

noun
[L27953]

Forms

  • singular : spike
  • plural : spikes

Senses

  • stagecraft term for markings on the stage
  • journalism term
  • an abrupt sharp increase

spike

verb
[L27954]

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • simple present : spike
  • simple present, singular, third person : spikes
  • simple past : spiked
  • present participle : spiking
  • past participle : spiked

Senses

  • to undergo a sudden sharp increase in
  • destroy, kill
  • pierce with a spike-like object
  • add alcohol to innocuous beverage
  • hit or throw a ball to the ground